1. Text Dependent Analysis
Claim = topic sentence= answer
When asked a question about literature, we find textual evidence to support our claim. We then analyze how and why the evidence we’ve chosen supports ( explains) our claim.

2. When we answer TDA
Claim
Context
Strong quote- review
Analysis

3. Analysis Vs. Summarizing
Analyze
Definition: examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of (something, especially information), typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation
Summarize
Definition: to tell (information) again using fewer words

4. Analyzing Literature
When we analyze, we are looking at the words, sentences, and pages that the author is writing, and determining deeper meaning or author’s intention within literature.
When we analyze, we are synthesizing an intention from the author. It is rooted from our schema and the textual evidence that is written. It is in some form our opinion, but it is rooted in evidence and experience.
When we analyze, we do not summarize!

5. Text Dependent Analysis Sentence Starters
This indicates…
This implies…
The author is showing…
It is evident that…
The author is making it clear…

6. Writing claim Statements

7. All claim statements must answer What (What are you trying to show in your analysis? Often a THEME STATEMENT) and How (How are you going to prove it? Often a literary device).

8. Devices Refresher Characterization Imagery Conflict Symbolism Setting
Point of view

9. Frame Statement
In title of the work, Name of Author demonstrates THEME STATEMENT through his/her use of OR development of OR depiction of LITERARY DEVICE.

10. A. Good OR Bad?
In The Kite Runner by Khalead Hosseini, Amir is a young man who figures out his true identity after he destroys and rebuilds his family.
SUMMARY

11. Not Provable B. Good or Bad?
The characters in William Shakespeare’s play, Romeo and Juliet, would have been better off if they had only communicated with one another.
Not Provable

12. C. Good or Bad?
In Albert Camus’ short story, The Guest, choices are made and responsibility is avoided with tragic results.
No HOW

13. Device: Characterization (Amir)
A. DEVICE?
Through the character of Amir in The Kite Runner, Hosseini shows how a man can sacrifice everything for the thing he values most.
Device: Characterization (Amir)

14. Device: Setting & Imagery
B. DEVICE?
Through the development of a lonesome urban atmosphere in the novel, The Catcher in the Rye, J.D. Salinger creates a story that reveals a young man’s mental and physical isolation.
Device: Setting & Imagery

15. Device: Conflict (Man vs. Nature)
C. DEVICE?
In Frankenstein, Mary Shelly illustrates how man’s attempt to control nature results in madness and destruction through Dr. Frankenstein’s creation of the monster.
Device: Conflict (Man vs. Nature)